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About this home
Perched atop a scenic ridge where the rolling hills meet the sky, this refined residence offers a rare blend of elevated positioning and pastoral tranquility. From the moment you arrive, the views are nothing short of breathtaking, stretching across the sparkling Bay and the surrounding emerald ridgelines. While the home enjoys a commanding hillside position, the lot itself is impressively level, providing the perfect canvas for seamless indoor-outdoor living. Upon entry, you are immediately greeted by the impressive volume of high ceilings in the foyer and living room, creating a bright and airy atmosphere that sets the tone for the rest of the home. The interior features a clean, professional aesthetic with a fresh palette of new paint throughout, complemented by brand-new flooring. The kitchen has been tastefully updated to provide a modern feel, and each bathroom has been refreshed with contemporary finishes. New LED recessed lighting and a striking statement chandelier further enhance the living spaces. Thoughtfully designed for versatility, the floor plan includes a bedroom and a full bathroom on the main level, perfect for guests, multigenerational living, or a quiet workspace. Stretching toward breathtaking views of the Bay and the surrounding ridgelines. The backyard serves as a private retreat with no rear neighbors, backing up to expansive fields where horses and cows graze against the backdrop of the view. It is a peaceful setting that feels secluded, yet remains conveniently positioned with quick, easy access to major freeways. This home offers a unique opportunity to enjoy panoramic scenery and modern updates in one of the region’s most scenic locations.
The Flowers, located between Refugio Valley Road and San Pablo Avenue, is a residential and hillside Hercules neighborhood with curving cul-de-sacs and bay-facing greenbelt edges. Its character concentrates around the Refugio Valley Road and San Pablo Avenue junction, where daily errands cluster near small storefronts and a steady commuter rhythm. Streets feature late-20th-century single-family homes and townhomes with tidy setbacks and garage-forward facades. Pocket paths and slopes connect to nearby open-space trails, giving the blocks a quiet, outdoorsy cadence. For local staples, nearby pillars include The Hercules Library, the Hercules Swim Center, and the Hercules Senior Center as civic gathering spots.
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Offer insights
301 Violet Rd · $849,000
$890K and above
75% chance or better to win
Why $890K+ is a strong offer
DAYS ON MARKET
1 days
The average home goes pending in 24 days.
SALE-TO-LIST
102.3%
Most homes are selling 2% above list price.
About offer insights
Property details
Interior
Exterior
Finance
Kitchen
Bathroom
Bedroom
Living
Dining
Interior features
Solid-surface counters
Pantry
Updated kitchen
Double-pane windows
Mirrored closet doors
Fireplace in the family room
Crawl-space foundation
Bedrooms
4 bedrooms: 1 on the street level and 3 upstairs
Bathrooms
3 full bathrooms: 1 on the street level and 2 upstairs
Primary bathroom with solid-surface features, stall shower, and window
Other bathrooms include a shower-over-tub and a stall shower
Kitchen
Dishwasher
Electric range
Refrigerator
Garbage disposal
Ice maker hookup
Eat-in kitchen
Solid-surface and stone counters
Pantry
Laundry & utility
Laundry room
Washer
Dryer
Gas water heater
Flooring
Tile
Vinyl
Carpet
Heating & cooling
Central heating
Ceiling fans
Exterior features
Front, back, and side yards
Landscaped, private yard
Fenced yard
Rear porch
Private entrance
Home design
Detached home
Two levels
Parking
Attached garage with 2 spaces
Construction
Built in 1979
Stucco construction
Shingle roof
Utilities
Public water
Public sewer
Electricity and solar
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bridgeMLS, Bay East AOR, or Contra Costa AOR #41153432
Nov 10, 2026
Listed
$849,000
$365/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$4,052 (+2.4%)
$46,181 + $165,157
$211,338
2025
$3,959 (+6.5%)
$46,181 + $165,157
$211,338
2024
$3,717 (+2.7%)
$45,276 + $161,919
$207,195
2022
$3,617 (+0.2%)
$43,519 + $155,633
$199,152
2021
$3,611 (+3.2%)
$42,666 + $152,582
$195,248
2020
$3,499 (−4.7%)
$41,830 + $149,591
$191,421
2019
$3,673 (+9.2%)
$41,402 + $148,058
$189,460
2018
$3,363 (+1.5%)
$40,591 + $145,155
$185,746
2017
$3,314 (−1.8%)
$39,016 + $139,519
$178,535
2016
$3,374
$39,016 + $139,519
$178,535
2015
$3,372 (−0.4%)
$38,251 + $136,784
$175,035
2014
$3,384 (+3.4%)
$36,939 + $132,091
$169,030
2013
$3,272 (+6.7%)
$36,939 + $132,091
$169,030
2012
$3,066 (+3.2%)
$36,773 + $131,495
$168,268
2011
$2,972 (+4.3%)
$36,052 + $128,917
$164,969
2010
$2,850 (+0.7%)
$35,346 + $126,390
$161,736
2009
$2,831 (+7.7%)
$35,082 + $125,446
$160,528
2008
$2,629
$35,166 + $125,745
$160,911
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Permits
Beds
4
Baths
3
Stories
2
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
8,000 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
1979
Finished Sq. Ft.
2,326
Unfinished Sq. Ft.
—
Total Sq. Ft.
2,326
Year built
1979
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Contra Costa County
APN
4062130069
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
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Last updated by owner on Oct 30, 2026.
RS-L
Residential Single-Family Low Density District
To provide areas for single-family housing on smaller lots that will generally be developed as part of a larger planned subdivision where a limited number of models of varied exterior designs are built in a random pattern on individual lots with a gross density of 2 to 7 units per acre and a minimum parcel size of 6,000 sq ft unless a smaller lot size is allowed by an approved planned development (PD).
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Housing-Multiple units
Aug 5, 2020 • Final
Building/residential/al/alteration
Apply lath and plaster over the existing siding on the front of the house.
Remodel
Mar 2, 2020 • Final
Building - residential mechanical
Replace the furnace.
HVAC
Permit history is from public records and may be incomplete or inaccurate. Redfin and its agents make no representations about the property condition or permit status. Buyers should independently verify all information.
Climate risks
1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
4/10 Fire Factor
2% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years
3/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 93° expected this year, 15 days in 30 years
1/10 Wind Factor
Minimal risk of severe winds over next 30 years
8/10 Air Factor
13 unhealthy days expected this year, 13 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
Hercules, CA • 94547
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Sun exposure
88/ 100
Very good sunlight
Sunscore
This home receives average direct sun exposure in Hercules. There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
9.3 hrs
5.7 hrs
JuneDecember
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Redfin Estimate for 301 Violet Rd
$848,670
$330 under list price of $849K
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